European | low-lead tin premiums strengthen

The Rotterdam premium for 99.9% low-lead tin increased to $1,000-1,100 per tonne due to stronger demand for high-purity material. Standard...

Chinese | Coking Coal Climbs After Hunan Mine Accident

A mine explosion in Hunan renewed concerns about Chinese coking coal supply.The accident could trigger additional safety inspections and temporary...

Saudi | Scrap Becomes One of the World’s Most Expensive

Saudi HMS 1&2 scrap reached approximately $477 per tonne on August 11.Restricted pellet and DRI imports forced steelmakers to increase...

UAE | Billet Prices Rise Due to Shipping Disruptions

UAE imported billet prices increased to $560–635 per tonne CPT Jebel Ali.The upper end of the range rose by $15...

China | Iron Ore Prices Supported by Improving Chinese Steel Demand

The 62% Fe iron ore index rose to $97.72 per tonne CFR Qingdao.Higher hot-metal production improved demand expectations among Chinese...